Founded in 1920, Qantas flies to over 40 destinations within Australia and internationally. It is a SkyTrax 4-star airline. Its main hubs are Sydney and Melbourne but it also has secondary hubs in Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and Singapore Changi. Qantas is a member of the oneworld alliance, and also has codeshare agreements with Alaska Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, El Al, and others. Qantas planes are easily recognized by their red tails emblazoned with the white silhouette of a jumping kangaroo on them.

Qantas Ticketing and Check-in Information

Qantas offers 3 easy options for check-in:

Airport Counter Check-in: Check-in for your flight in the most conventional manner by stopping by the Qantas counter at the airport.

Next Day or Advance Check-in: This option allows you to save time and check-in for your flight up to 24 hours in advance of your departure time via the internet. To check-in online, visit Qantas’s online check-in page. After checking-in, you can print out your boarding pass and proceed directly to the security gates if you aren’t checking any baggage. If you have to check baggage be sure to stop by the Qantas counter.

Electronic Kiosk Check-in: For those who want to bypass the lines at the counter on busy travel days, Qantas offers check-in services for passengers via electronic kiosks. Typically, these kiosks contain Qantas signage on them and are located near the Qantas counter. Check in kiosks can be used for domestic flights if you are traveling from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, Adelaide and Perth with or without bags.

Qantas Baggage Information & Restrictions

Checked Luggage Restrictions for Qantas

For those traveling Economy or Premium Economy Class, you will be allowed 2 or more items of checked baggage, not exceeding 23 kg per piece and with dimensions (L + W + H) not totaling more than 270 cm, or 158 cm per piece. Economy Class baggage allowance varies based on your destination. For a full breakdown of checked baggage allowance based on destination, and potential fees associated with baggage, please visit Qantas’s Baggage Allowance Page.

For those traveling Business Class, you will be allowed 2 or more items of checked baggage, totaling 30-64 kg but not exceeding 30-32 kg per piece and with dimensions (L + W + H) not totaling more than 270 cm, or 158 cm per piece. Business Class baggage allowance varies based on your destination. For a full breakdown of checked baggage allowance based on destination, and potential fees associated with baggage, please visit Qantas’s Baggage Allowance Page.

For those traveling First Class, you will be allowed 2 or more items of checked baggage, totaling 40-64 kg but not exceeding 32 kg per piece and with dimensions (L + W + H) not totaling more than 270 cm, or 158 cm per piece. Business Class baggage allowance varies based on your destination. For a full breakdown of checked baggage allowance based on destination, and potential fees associated with baggage, please visit Qantas’s Baggage Allowance Page.

Carry-On Baggage Restrictions for Qantas

For international flights on Economy Class you are allowed to carry 1 piece of baggage with you on the flight at no extra charge. The maximum weight for carry-on baggage must not exceed 7 kg, with total dimensions (L + W + H) of 115 cm.

For Premium Economy, Business Class and First Class you are allowed to carry 2 pieces of baggage with you on the flight at no extra charge. The maximum weight for carry-on baggage must not exceed 7 kg per item, with dimensions (L + W + H) of 115 cm for per bag.

If you are traveling with an infant, you are also allowed to carry nappies and food for the child on board.

Travelers may also take items for personal use into the cabin including laptops, cameras, purses, mp3 players, food, pillows, etc. For the complete list of allowed carry-on and personal items on Qantas, as well as country specific restrictions, please visit their Baggage Restrictions Page.

Qantas Special Luggage Requirements

Qantas allows passengers to take some non-traditional traveling items with them to their destinations including scuba equipment, fishing equipment and bicycles. For more information on traveling with these special items, visit Qantas’s Baggage Allowance Page.

Qantas Seating Options

Qantas offers 4 options for seating on their flights:

Economy Class

Economy class seating on Qantas has a distance of 31 inches between seats on most flights. Seats are equipped with individual screens enabling a wide choice of audio, visual and games options, and individual headsets.

Premium Economy Class

Premium Economy class seating, available on some Qantas flights, has a distance of 38-42 inches between seats. Seats are ergonomically designed with multi-way adjustable headrests. The inflight entertainment consoles double as a telephone with SMS function and there are powerpoints for laptops. The individual in-arm screens are adjustable, and enable a wide choice of audio, visual and games options.

Business Class

Business class seating on Qantas has a distance of 35-37 inches between seats. On long-haul flights, lie flat Skybeds are available. Business class seats are equipped with larger individual screens enabling a wide choice of audio, visual and games options, and individual noise canceling headsets. A personal telephone, reply text messaging and laptop power outlets are available for every seat.

First Class

First class seating on Qantas is either in the form of sleeping pods where the seats convert into 6 ft 6 inch fully flat beds, or individual suites. First class seats of both kinds are equipped with larger touch screen monitors enabling a wide choice of audio, visual and games options, and individual noise canceling headsets. A personal telephone, reply text messaging and laptop power outlets are available for every seat.

Traveling with Pets on Qantas

Don’t forget Poochie!

Flying with your pets can be a safe and fun experience if airline rules and regulations are followed. Live pets can only be transported to countries where the regulations of the country permit, and subject to the terms and conditions specified by that country. Pets can often travel on flights with you in the cabin, in the hold as checked baggage, or in the hold, as cargo. See Qantas’s Traveling with Pets.

Qantas In-flight Service, Beverages, and Meals

Dependant on the flight and type of aircraft, Qantas offers a wide variety of food, beverage and entertainment options.

Economy Class offers individual seat back screens with personal headsets and on-demand control of over 400 AVOD program choices including movies, TV programs, radio, CDs and games. On international Economy flights there is a choice of meal options and wine can be provided with your food. Snacks and drinks are available throughout your flight.

Premium Economy class offers individual in-arm digital touch screen video monitors with noise canceling headsets and on-demand control of over 400 AVOD program choices including movies, TV programs, radio, CDs and games. Premium Economy passengers also have personal telephones and laptop power outlets. In the Premium Economy cabin a complimentary glass of champagne or orange juice is served pre take-off and a menu complemented by premium Australian wines is available. A continuous refreshment service, including gourmet sandwiches, is available throughout the flight.

Business class offers individual digital touch screen video monitors with noise canceling headsets and on-demand control of over 400 AVOD program choices including movies, TV programs, radio, CDs and games. Business class passengers also have personal telephones and laptop power outlets. In Business class you can choose what and when you would like to dine, from a room service style breakfast to a multi-course restaurant style dinner, accompanied by a wine from the award winning wine list. A continuous refreshment and snack service is available throughout the flight.

First class offers individual in-arm digital touch screen video monitors with noise canceling headsets and on-demand control of over 400 AVOD program choices including movies, TV programs, radio, CDs and games. First class passengers also have personal telephones and laptop power outlets. In First class there is an extensive fine dining menu and wine list available, and on some flights you can indulge in an 8 course tasting menu. A continuous refreshment service, including snacks, light meals and drinks, is available throughout the flight.

Qantas Fleet

Qantas operates a fleet consisting mainly of Boeing airplanes. Their fleet consists of Boeing 717, 737, 747, 767, Airbus A330, BAe 146 and Dash 8 aircraft.

Qantas Lounge

Qantas lounges are fully operational in 13 cities, including Bangkok, Singapore, Melbourne and Los Angeles.

Qantas Lounge access is available to First and Business class passengers, Qantas Club and Frequent Flyer members and oneworld airlines members. Different passengers are eligible for access to different lounges; see the Qantas Club Lounge Access page for further information.